Aldine ISD in the running for $1M prize

May 29, 2008 9:43:56 AM PDT

HOUSTON --

Later this year, Aldine ISD may be the recipient of a million dollar prize from a philanthropy organization. Every year, the Eli and Edith Broad Foundation give away a $1 million to a school district which shows academic progress. Aldine ISD is one of five finalists for that prize -- for being a finalist. The district will receive at least $125,000 in scholarships.

The winner will be announced in October.

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